Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN)

The Autistic Self Advocacy Network is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization run by and for autistic people. ASAN was created to serve as a national grassroots disability rights organization for the autistic community, advocating for systems change and ensuring that the voices of autistic people are heard in policy debates and the halls of power. Our staff work to advance civil rights, support self-advocacy in all its forms, and improve public perceptions of autism. ASAN’s members and supporters include autistic adults and youth, cross-disability advocates, and non-autistic family members, professionals, educators, and friends.

What We Do

Our activities include public policy advocacy, the development of autistic cultural activities, and leadership trainings for autistic self-advocates. We provide information about autism, disability rights, and systems change to the public through a number of different educational, cultural, and advocacy related projects.

ASAN publishes

• Transition to Adulthood: A Health Care Guide for Youth and Families by the Autistic Self Advocacy Network

which walks you through insurance, privacy, supporters/guardianship, transition planning and the practical skills needed to access healthcare (making appointments, discussing symptoms, etc.)